In a small saucepan heat water with apricots, bring to a simmer and remove from heat. Let apricots sit in water for 5 minutes. Drain, reserving water. Set apricots aside. Mix reserved water, 2 tablespoons oil and remaining 5 ingredients, except cornstarch, in a small bowl. Pour over pork slices, cover and refrigerate, turning after 15 minutes, for 30 minutes.

Place remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet and heat. Remove pork slices from marinade. Brown pork slices on each side approximately 3-4 minutes. Add marinade to skillet along with apricots and heat to gentle boil. Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water and add to skillet, cook stirring till sauce is thickened.